New Development in Melrose, Massachusetts
705 development projects are moving through Melrose, Massachusetts's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by residential (58), commercial (34), recreational (public) (6), civic actions (6). Boardwalk indexes each from the source city meeting record, typically 12–24 months before a building permit exists. Data updated 2026-08-16.
Data through August 16, 2026 · Updated August 17, 2026 · America/Denver · Refreshed weekly
Planning & zoning stage · 12–24 months before constructionMelrose projects (YTD 2026)
705
Project categories
5
Top type
Residential
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
1,158,457
Melrose development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Residential | 58 |
| Commercial | 34 |
| Recreational (Public) | 6 |
| Civic Actions | 6 |
| Institutional/Public | 1 |
What new projects are filed in Melrose right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Waverly Place | 11 Waverly Place, Melrose, MA | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-08 | — |
| 11 Waverly Place | 11 Waverly Place, Melrose, MA | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-08 | — |
| 11 Waverly Place | 11 Waverly Place, Melrose, MA | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-08 | — |
| 11 Waverly Place | 11 Waverly Place, Melrose, MA | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-08 | — |
| 11 Waverly Place | 11 Waverly Place, Melrose, MA | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-08 | — |
| 11 Waverly Place | 11 Waverly Place, Melrose, MA | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-08 | — |
| 164 Essex Street | 164 Essex Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-08 | — |
| 164 Essex Street | 164 Essex Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-08 | — |
| 164 Essex Street | 164 Essex Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-08 | — |
| 164 Essex Street | 164 Essex Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-08 | — |
| 11 Waverly Place | 11 Waverly Place, Melrose, MA | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-10 | — |
| 11 Waverly Place | 11 Waverly Place, Melrose, MA | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-10 | — |
| 11 Waverly Place | 11 Waverly Place, Melrose, MA | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-10 | — |
| 11 Waverly Place | 11 Waverly Place, Melrose, MA | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-10 | — |
| 11 Waverly Place | 11 Waverly Place, Melrose, MA | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-10 | — |
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Recent Melrose projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Under review | 15 |
Melrose development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Melrose, Massachusetts?
- Boardwalk has indexed 705 development projects in Melrose, Massachusetts year-to-date in 2026, led by residential (58). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Melrose projects?
- At the planning and zoning stage — typically 12 to 24 months before a building permit or construction bid exists. Each record is captured from the source city council or planning commission packet.
- Which county is Melrose in?
- Melrose is in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.